Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Croydon. Classes run at Harris Invictus Academy Croydon. This full-time, daytime level 3 health and social care course runs over 9 months, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics such as human development, safeguarding, health promotion, and how care services are organised in the UK. A level 3 health and social care qualification opens doors to roles in adult social care, support work, and related health services.
Who this course is for
This course is for students with an interest in how computers and computer systems work, how they are constructed and programmed. You'll need to have studied ICT or computing at GCSE to move on to onto it. You might be choosing computer science because you're headed for a computing career, though thinking computationally (logically, using reasoning, breaking complicated things down and being able to express instructions precisely) is a skill that can be used in a wide range of other careers too. To study Computer Science A level, you'll need a keen interest in computers and good technical, mathematical and problem solving skills. Computer Science particularly complements subjects such as Science and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn how health and social care services are structured and delivered in the UK.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll examine the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll develop understanding of person-centred approaches to care.
You'll look at communication skills used in care settings.
You'll investigate health promotion and how it supports communities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Harris Invictus Academy Croydon. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Advanced National combines internally assessed coursework units with externally assessed components. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside sitting written assessments. Your teacher will guide you through each unit and support you in preparing for external assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harris Invictus Academy Croydon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Support worker: help people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential care settings.
Community care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
T Level in Health (with Healthcare Science or Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health): a Level 3 technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, suited to those aiming for higher education in health.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults): a work-based NVQ-style qualification for those moving into employment in adult care.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: university-level study for those wanting to move into nursing, social work, or health management.
